There are thousands of Baby Boomers who live in senior communities in South Florida today. The majority of us are enjoying our senior years in adult communities where we golf, play tennis, swim, participate in aerobic and artistic activities and - in short - we're having the times of our lives!
When my husband and I first moved here, our adult children would leave messages on our answering machine, "Mom, dad, where are you? We are worried about you. You're never at home!"
Good, the shoe is on the other foot. We used to worry about them coming home late, too.
Seniors are no longer as sedentary nor as frugal as in previous decades. We tend to eat out frequently and to enjoy cruises and daily bus trips to casinos or gambling ships. We are a new breed of consumers in our 60s, 70s and 80s who are willing to experiment with technology
(just visit the library computer area). Seniors are signing up for classes to continue their education. They volunteer at schools to help students to learn to read and you can find them at hospitals, doing whatever needs to be done.
Lots of advertising is geared towards taking our money, too. Haven't you received at least one invitation to a lunch at a fabulous restaurant, just for listening to a spiel about investing? How about the coupons for "early bird dinners" that attract us to eat more for our money?
Have you ever seen so many ads before for creams and other products that will make us "look years younger"? Read the ads for available classes in painting, ceramics, Yoga, Pilates, writing, and computers. Seniors want to keep their minds and bodies healthier, longer!
Actually, we are probably the role models for banks and investments companies attempting to attract young couples to sock away their savings so that they, too, can live our senior lifestyles.
Think about this, folks. Baby Boomers are unique. There will never be another group like us again.

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Baby Boomers Just Want to Have Fun

There are thousands of Baby Boomers who live in senior communities in South Florida today. The majority of us are enjoying our senior years in adult communities where we golf, play tennis, swim, participate in aerobic and artistic activities and - in short - we're having the times of our lives!

When my husband and I first moved here, our adult children would leave messages on our answering machine, "Mom, dad, where are you? We are worried about you. You're never at home!"
Good, the shoe is on the other foot. We used to worry about them coming home late, too.
Seniors are no longer as sedentary nor as frugal as in previous decades. We tend to eat out frequently and to enjoy cruises and daily bus trips to casinos or gambling ships. We are a new breed of consumers in our 60s, 70s and 80s who are willing to experiment with technology. (just visit the library computer area). Seniors are signing up for classes to continue their education.
Read the ads for available classes in painting, ceramics, Yoga, Pilates, writing, and computers. Seniors want to keep our minds and bodies healthier, longer! We volunteer at schools to help students to learn to read and you can find us at hospitals, doing whatever needs to be done.

Lots of advertising is geared towards taking our money, too. Haven't you received at least one invitation to a lunch at a fabulous restaurant, just for listening to a spiel about investing?
How about the coupons for "early bird dinners" that attract us to eat more for our money?
Have you ever seen so many ads before for creams and other products that will make us "look years younger"?

Actually, we are probably the role models for banks and investments companies attempting to attract young couples to sock away their savings so that they, too, can live our senior lifestyles.
Think about this, folks. Baby Boomers are unique. There will never be another group like us again.

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Self-Defense for women or for the women in your life

One Saturday morning, the Boca Raton Police Department conducted a self-defense class for women led by Sgt. Lawrence and Officer Pratt. They warned if the worst happens, chances are you'll have only yourself to depend on. It was excellent and I came away with a few tips in addition to the self-defense techniques they taught us.

Don't make yourself vulnerable by not being aware - prevention is 90 percent awareness and avoiding risk.

1. Look confident and look people in the eyes so they know you are aware of them.
2. If you feel like something's wrong, it probably is. Don't ignore your 6th sense. If you are alone, try to get around others.
3. If you are suspicious about something call 911. Better to be wrong than a victim.
4. If you don't have a cell phone, get one.

At home.

1. Use unbumpable (unbumpable locks can't be picked,) dead bolts locks for your doors; don't open the door to strangers; close your blinds and shades at night so others can't see you or your belongings.

Parking lots.

1. Park under a light at night. If the parking lot is deserted, ask the security guard to escort you.
2. Be mindful. When walking back to your car, day or night, don't talk on your cell phone or be thinking about other things. Concentrate on your surroundings.
3. Look under your car as you approach it and look inside before you get in it.

Driving

1. If someone is following you,in your car don't go to your house. Keep your doors locked, drive to the nearest police station or fire department, call 911 and honk your horn. If you don't know where the police station is, find out.

ATM's

1. Avoid going at night or after dark.

Elevators & stairs

1. Stand near the control panel so if necessary you can push the panic button.
2. When getting on an elevator if someone makes you uncomfortable, don't get on it. Conversely if someone gets on and makes you uncomfortable, get off immediately.
3.Avoid isolated stairs.

Mary's suggestions

1. If you have an SUV, you cannot see in the Cargo area. Glue two mirrors on the ceiling in the cargo area and that will enable you to view the back of your car before you get into it.
2. Avoid public restrooms that are secluded.

Thanks to Delray Beach Blogger, Mary Kay for all of this timely information.

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Baby Boomers Just Want to Have Fun

There are thousands of Baby Boomers who live in senior communities in South Florida today. The majority of us are enjoying our senior years in adult communities where we golf, play tennis, swim, participate in aerobic and artistic activities and - in short - we're having the times of our lives!

When my husband and I first moved here, our adult children would leave messages on our answering machine, "Mom, dad, where are you? We are worried about you. You're never at home!"
Good, the shoe is on the other foot. We used to worry about them coming home late, too.
Seniors are no longer as sedentary nor as frugal as in previous decades. We tend to eat out frequently and to enjoy cruises and daily bus trips to casinos or gambling ships. We are a new breed of consumers in our 60s, 70s and 80s who are willing to experiment with technology. (just visit the library computer area). Seniors are signing up for classes to continue their education.
Read the ads for available classes in painting, ceramics, Yoga, Pilates, writing, and computers. Seniors want to keep our minds and bodies healthier, longer! We volunteer at schools to help students to learn to read and you can find us at hospitals, doing whatever needs to be done.

Lots of advertising is geared towards taking our money, too. Haven't you received at least one invitation to a lunch at a fabulous restaurant, just for listening to a spiel about investing?
How about the coupons for "early bird dinners" that attract us to eat more for our money?
Have you ever seen so many ads before for creams and other products that will make us "look years younger"?

Actually, we are probably the role models for banks and investments companies attempting to attract young couples to sock away their savings so that they, too, can live our senior lifestyles.
Think about this, folks. Baby Boomers are unique. There will never be another group like us again.

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Tri-Rail is offering seniors
a chance to have a free ride, to introduce them to the easy access Tri-Rail
wants to provide them.
No purchase necessary. Must be 65 years or older. Ticket offer is
non-transferable and has no cash value. Limit one round-trip ticket per
person. Deadline is June 2, 2008.
Call 1-800-TRI-Rail (874-7245) or www.tri-rail.com to get a form.

Or - send your complete name, address, age, phone # and/or e-mail address,
WITH a stamped, self-addressed envelope, to:
Tri-Rail, P.O. Box 5148, Lighthouse Point, FL 33074-5148.

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HEARING LOSS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA -
Help For The Hearing Impaired
Delray/Boynton Chapter of the HEARING LOSS ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA
monthly meeting will take place Friday, March 21, 2008 from 9:45 A.M. to
12 Noon at the South County Civic Center, 16700 Jog Road, Delray Beach
(opposite Morikami Park.)
Two Guest Presenters:
1. Nimet Adams, Dr. of Audiology talks about advances in hearing aids and hearing
aid technology.
2. Clear Sounds demonstrates state-of-the art assistive hearing devices. A must
for anyone hearing impaired. Learn about the latest devices for hearing
enhancement in the many situations where a hearing aid is not enough for
clarity and understanding.
Question and answer period will follow.
The meeting is open to the public at no charge. Complimentary coffee and
bagels served.
For more information call (561) 499-9873

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Coalition of Boynton West Residential Associations (COBWRA) meeting
at 9:30 A.M., on Wednesday, February 20, 2008, at
the Palm Chase clubhouse, 10755 Palm Lake Ave.

The entrance is located on the west side of Military Trail between
Boynton Beach Blvd. and Woolbright Road.
PROGRAM:
Terry Verner, Palm Beach County Director of Code Enforcement..
Nominating Committee's slate for COBWRA Officers will be announced.
Nominations from the floor will be accepted.
Elections will be at the March meeting..

Open to the public. No tickets or reservations needed.

Contact COBWRA at 789-8140 or cobwra@yahoo.com for more information.

(This information provided by Jack Leicher, COBWRA Program Chairman)

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SPMUG is a group of avid MacIntosh users who meet on the third
Friday of every month at 1:00 P.M. at the South Civic Center in Del Ray Beach.
The current president is Abe Korn.

The group meets to discuss new software, MAC problems and their solutions, and
to discuss ways to share their knowledge with other MAC "people." They also
demonstrate quite a few Applications and Utilities using a Projector and Screen.
In addition, their Newsletter offers SPMUG Tips and Tricks to all members who have
email addresses. They offer free raffles for prizes to members at every meeting.
Visit their web site, http://www.mv.com/ipusers/spmug/
At the January meeting, Abe Korn eulogized past Board member, Oscar Winograd.

Irv Berliner gave a demonstration of how to take a picture with a digital camera and
transfer the picture to a Macintosh computer with iPhoto08.

Dean Hoffman presented some of the features of iPhoto08 and Apple's new operating
system, "Leopard."

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West Boynton Library has many interesting free programs for
residents of our community:

On the Second Tuesday of every month, from 2:00 to 3:30 P.M.,
there is an adult book discussion group called "Sense of Place,"
led by Nora Natke. Sign up at the reference desk to receive a copy of the book
to check out.
Don't forget to pre-register. This group began in October and will continue
each Tuesday afternoon through March 11, 2008.

The Hearing Loss Association of America (Boynton/DelRay branch)
President, Oscar Segal, will hold a seminar for hearing loss people at the
Boynton Beach Public Library, Friday January 18th at 1:30.

Beginning February 4th and continuing through March 21st, Winter Story times
is accepting registrations. Call 561 734-5556 for information about the hours
and programs.

Chess classes are offered by volunteers on Tuesday afternoons at 3:30 P.M.
Registration must be done in person. Class is limited to the number of chess
sets available. Free to ages 8-12. Call 561 734-5556 for more information.l

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The CLUB SINGERS originated in January, 1999, led by Marlis Winter, based on a group that had begun in Long Island, New York, named The Choraleers. They began to meet at THE CLUB, which is Marlis' senior community, so they took the name: The CLUB SINGERS.

From a humble beginning of only 14 members, now there are between 70-80 members who sing beautifully in FIVE PART HARMONY. There are singing doctors, lawyers, pharmacists, teachers and retirees from every field of endeavor. They live in several communities: all the Valencias: Lakes, Shores, Isles; Coral Lakes, Indian Spring, Hunter's Run, Lexington Club, Ponte Vecchio, Cascades, Rainberry Bay and many more.

They are a philanthropic organization that donates all monies received for
performances to scholarships and charity. They have awarded scholarships
recently to students from Boynton Beach H.S., Wellington H.S, and also have
made substantial donations to the Galaxy School in Boynton Beach. Their goal is
to help these children further their musical educations.

Their varied repertoire consists of music from many genres, i.e: pop music
from Bach to Bachrach, Broadway show tunes, ethnic songs, spirituals, and
even folk melodies.

They have performed at Mizner Park, The Harriet, at City Place, and numerous
other venues, where they are accompanied by a very dedicated and talented pianist, Carol Lever
( Hunter's Run). Both Marlis and Carol do not receive any remuneration for their services.
It truly is a labor of love.

Perhaps one of your communities will invite them to perform.

The Club Singers
10060 Diamond Lake Road
Boynton Beach, FL 33437
561-737-6083

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Volunteering is Rewarding, by Temi Horowitz, guest blogger

When I retired to Palm Beach with my husband Al, ten years ago I thought I'd finally have plenty of time to do all the things I'd always wanted to do, but didn't have time for. Should take a course at the local college, try my hand at ceramics or painting or art appreciation? Perhaps, I would learn to play tennis or Mah Jongg.

Eventually, I took courses at F.A.U. in their L.L.S (Lifelong learning program); I joined a gym; I went bowling; I did try to learn how to play Mah Jongg, (I was terrible). I met friends for lunch. I was Busy, Busy, Busy.

It was all exciting and new, but, believe it or not, something was missing and I didn't know what. Then about five years ago, my husband became ill and we didn't leave the house, except to go to Doctors or the V.A. Hospital in West Palm Beach. While there, I heard about their volunteer program and I saw how much they seemed to enjoy helping people. I saw the camaraderie of the volunteers, and I decided to submit an application.

I was accepted into the program and I love it. I volunteer for about five hours, one day a week, which still leaves me free to take a course at FAU-LLS, go to the gym, and meet friends for lunch during the week. I'm happy helping others; it is very rewarding and I've made a batch of new friends. What could be better! And as my husband says, "It's one day less leaving money at the mall."

With the arrival of young Veteran Women, returning from Afghanistan and Iraq, the Veteran's Hospital in West Palm Beach is seeing young children accompanying their parents when they come in for appointments. Some of the Volunteers have taken it upon themselves to bring in books for children to read, which are put in the women's clinic. Although we would also like to get some crayons and coloring books, we were told that onlyCrayola "Colorwonder" Crayons and Paper were permitted, so we have ordered that from the Crayola Company. This product only works together and not on "any other surface." The children, of course, love them.

If anyone would like to contribute these items, or If you are interesting in becoming a volunteer, call the Veteran's Administration Medical Center, Volunteer Services, in West Palm Beach, at 1-561-422-7373. Temi is sure they would love to hear from you.

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There are thousands of Baby Boomers who live in senior communities in South Florida today. The majority of us are enjoying our senior years in adult communities where we golf, play tennis, swim, participate in aerobic and artistic activities and - in short - we're having the times of our lives!
When my husband and I first moved here, our adult children would leave messages on our answering machine, "Mom, dad, where are you? We are worried about you. You're never at home!"
Good, the shoe is on the other foot. We used to worry about them coming home late, too.
Seniors are no longer as sedentary nor as frugal as in previous decades. We tend to eat out frequently and to enjoy cruises and daily bus trips to casinos or gambling ships. We are a new breed of consumers in our 60s, 70s and 80s who are willing to experiment with technology
(just visit the library computer area). Seniors are signing up for classes to continue their education. They volunteer at schools to help students to learn to read and you can find them at hospitals, doing whatever needs to be done.
Lots of advertising is geared towards taking our money, too. Haven't you received at least one invitation to a lunch at a fabulous restaurant, just for listening to a spiel about investing? How about the coupons for "early bird dinners" that attract us to eat more for our money?
Have you ever seen so many ads before for creams and other products that will make us "look years younger"? Read the ads for available classes in painting, ceramics, Yoga, Pilates, writing, and computers. Seniors want to keep their minds and bodies healthier, longer!
Actually, we are probably the role models for banks and investments companies attempting to attract young couples to sock away their savings so that they, too, can live our senior lifestyles.
Think about this, folks. Baby Boomers are unique. There will never be another group like us again.

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